3 Reasons to Work Out That Have Nothing to do with Weight

Are you challenging your body physically at least a few times a week?

🤔If not, what’s stopping you?

BTW: Weight loss isn’t the only reason to move your body! 

(Yes, it can help if that is a goal, but don’t expect to see results quickly.

Stay consistent and patient.)

💫 Even more important is the way physical activity helps us build and maintain our:

🏃🏼 ENDURANCE
💪🏼 STRENGTH &
🤸🏼FLEXIBILITY

…so we can keep up with our activities of daily living as we age. 👵🏼

(ex. cleaning the house, going up stairs, bending down to tie our shoes, playing with our kids/grandkids, walking our pup, etc.)

💖 You know– the things that really matter in life!!

Put weight loss aside and consider these other, more immediate benefits…

 3 Great Reasons to Do It! ⬇️

1️⃣ IMPROVE MENTAL CLARITY AND PRODUCTIVITY:
Ex. Take a brisk walk to clear your head and make you more productive and focused at work and during projects. 🚶🏼‍♀️⚡

2️⃣ REDUCE STRESS AND BOOST MOOD:
Ex. Do some yoga to handle stress with a calmer mood and attitude. 🧘🏼 Or just spend some time poking around your yard.  Being out in nature can help with stress and depression. 🌺🌼

3️⃣ INCREASE ENERGY:
Ex. Pedal away on your bike to get your blood pumping and release endorphins to feel more energized the rest of your day. 🚴🏼‍♀️Or play a team sport or throw around a frisbee or ball with a friend or dog– Notice how good it feels to “play” again! ⚽🤾🏼‍♀️🐶

🤔 Think about it…
How can you make exercise a more integral part of your daily life, rather than an afterthought?